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Considering the hordes of sun-seeking tourists that generally populate Spain's southern "Costa del Sol," Estepona is a relatively quiet beach town, largely preserving much of its traditional culture and character. Nonetheless, there's still no shortage of accommodations to serve those visitors who have discovered the hamlet's charms.

Pure Luxury

At Las Dunas Beach Hotel and Spa, billed as a boutique resort, guests enjoy luxuries such as gourmet dining, indulgent spa treatments and a car rental service that typically provides its patrons with Bentleys, Jaguars and Ferraris. The hotel concierge can make arrangements for golfers to play on one of the 30 nearby courses. Select among the garden-view or ocean-view suites or apartment-style accommodations.

Beachfront Accommodations

For beachfront living at a more moderate price, consider the H10 Estepona Palace. With its whimsical architecture resembling a giant white sandcastle, the hotel is just steps from the beach. Once you're done soaking up the rays, retire to your room, outfitted in sleek, contemporary decor, or visit the hotel's spa for a soothing treatment. Visitors can stay connected with free wireless Internet in common areas of the hotel and dine at the hotel's various indoor and outdoor restaurants and bars.

Vacation Villas

For vacationers traveling in larger groups or taking extended trips, renting a villa instead of a room offers more comfort and space. The Marriott's Playa Andaluza offers spacious apartments with two or three bedrooms, designed to comfortably accommodate up to eight guests. Staying in an apartment-style setting doesn't mean you give up any of the conveniences of hotel living; the Playa Andaluza provides daily housekeeping, full concierge services, pools, children's play areas and hotel restaurants. In addition, enjoy premium services such as dinner delivery from local restaurants and an on-site foreign currency exchange office.

Alternatives

For a variation on the traditional beach-focused holiday, stay in one of Estepona's most unique and historical buildings. The Casa de la Borrega, originally built in 1614, was once a stately private mansion and, after two reconstructions, now serves as vacation apartments. Select from the seven apartments, each with a unique layout and decor. Rooms range from studio-style arrangements to two-bedroom suites with separate living and dining areas. The apartments are a short walk from Estepona's seaside avenue and beaches.

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About the Author

Danielle Hill has been writing, editing and translating since 2005. She has contributed to "Globe Pequot" Barcelona travel guide, "Gulfshore Business Magazine," "Connecting Lines: New Poetry from Mexico" and "The Barcelona Review." She has trained in neuro-linguistic programming and holds a Bachelor of Arts in comparative literature and literary translation from Brown University.

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